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The Lawnmower Man

Name: The Lawnmower Man
Director: Brett Leonard
Genre: Science Fiction, Horror
Released: 1992-01-01
Duration: 108 min
Rating: 5.6
Cast: Jeff Fahey, Pierce Brosnan, Jenny Wright, Mark Bringelson, Geoffrey Lewis

1992Dir. Brett Leonard1h 48m

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Runtime1h 48m

Released1992

Budget$10M

Box office$32.1M

DirectorBrett Leonard

About This Movie

The Lawnmower Man is an interesting blend of horror and sci-fi, thanks to its heavy reliance on early computer graphics. It captures the anxiety around technology from the early '90s. The pacing can be a bit uneven, but the atmosphere is thick with paranoia as the simple mind of Jobe is pushed into realms of virtual reality. Jeff Fahey's performance as Jobe is unsettling yet compelling, especially as he evolves from a simple gardener into a troubling genius. The practical effects, while dated now, still have a certain charm, particularly in the virtual scenes where the visuals are quite trippy for the time. It’s a film that raises questions about intelligence and morality in tech, making it distinct in the era of digital exploration.

Directed by Brett Leonard, a mix of horror and sci-fi.Notable for its early CGI visuals and themes of virtual reality.Adapted from a Stephen King short story, though loosely.Jobe's character arc is unsettling, with layered performances.